Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Credential: Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Credentialing Agency: Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification is recognized as a professional credential for candidates who have mastered the strategic and policy-making aspects of HR management in the United States. The SPHR is designed for the HR professional who plans, rather than implements, HR policy, and has ultimate accountability in the HR department, breadth and depth of knowledge in all HR disciplines and understands the business beyond the HR function and influences the overall organization. Candidates should have knowledge in areas including, Business Management and Strategy, Workforce Planning and Employment, Human Resource Development, Compensation & Benefits, Employee and Labor Relations, and Risk Management. Candidates must meet experience and/or education requirements and pass a written examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 7 years
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)
1725 Duke Street
Suite 700
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (866) 898-4724
Contact Page
Education and/or Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with a master's degree or higher.
Option 2:Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with a bachelor's degree.
Option 3:Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in a professional-level HR position with a high school diploma.
Written Exam
- Business Management and Strategy (30%)
- Workforce Planning And Employment (17%)
- Human Resource Development (19%)
- Compensation and Benefits (13%)
- Employee and Labor Relations (14%)
- Risk Management (7%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) examination:
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Learn About Testing for Military Communities
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Pearson VUE
For more information on the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Renewal Period: 3 years